Staff Accountant (Contract)

About the role

This Staff Accountant (Contract) role is designed to provide immediate accounting support across multiple areas of the business while partnering closely with the Finance and Internal Control Manager on day-to-day accounting activities, month-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, process improvements, and special projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy.
• Perform account, bank, and intercompany reconciliations.
• Absorb and assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including accruals, prepaids, and financial reporting.
• Analyze account variances and prepare supporting schedules.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial analysis.
• Document accounting processes and identify opportunities for process improvements and stronger internal controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including AP, AR, Payroll, FP&A, Treasury, and Operations, to support Finance initiatives.
• Support assigned accounting projects and priorities as identified during the engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and month-end close.
• Experience preparing reconciliations and journal entries.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.

Qualifications

• CPA or CPA candidate.
• Experience supporting multiple entities.
• ERP experience (Microsoft Dynamics 365, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Experience working in manufacturing, professional services, or shared services environments.
• Experience supporting audits and internal controls.